Wrap Around Care Assistant

About the School - Akeley Wood Junior

Akeley Wood Junior School is an independent day school for children aged 1-11 years. It is part of Akeley Wood School, which serves children up to the age of 18 across three different sites in Buckinghamshire, all based in magnificent buildings in tranquil, peaceful countryside. We place a particular emphasis on high academic achievement, but at the same time develop students' individual talents and personal qualities in whatever direction those may lie. We lay strong educational foundations in preparation for Senior School whilst also developing in students a sense of purpose, a belief in themselves, firm friendships and a caring attitude towards those around them.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Wrap Around Care Assistant to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.

About the role

The Wrap-Around-Care Assistant is responsible for the delivery of safe, creative, appropriate activities and the general welfare of pupils in our After School Wrap-Around-Care. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe arrival of children at the club and the safe delivery to carers at the end of each day. You will set up the room for the daily activities and aid with the care and cleanliness of the rooms and equipment, including tidying the rooms at the end of the day.

This role is part-time; Working hours are 3.30pm - 6.30pm Monday to Friday during term time.

Who we are looking for:

To be considered for this role you will ideally have previous experience working with children and have interest in the care, learning and development of children. We would expect a commitment to the provision of high quality childcare and excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers.

Benefits at Cognita

* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
* Access to My Staff Shop - £1,000's of savings to be made across the year.
* Cycle to Work scheme, operated through My Staff Shop.
* 24/7 wellbeing support through Cognita Care First, our Employee Assistance Program.
* Free school lunches.
* A discount on fees for children at Akeley Wood School.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 6th April 2025.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.